February weather forecast
Central City, SD

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Weather in February

February continues the winter trend with cold temperatures and increased snowfall, which grows to an average of 4.49" (114mm). As for January, the persistent low temperatures are the norm. Periods of sunshine remain in deficit during February making it prime time for indoor activities. The city experience a slight increase in daylight hours compared to January. Despite the snow and cold, Central City enjoys clear skies due to lower cloud cover.

Temperature

February welcomes an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C), not much different from the preceding month. Central City throughout February, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Central City, during February, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Central City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.1 days and collects up to 14.02" (356mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Central City, in February, during 11.1 snowfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 66.6 snowfall days, and 34.53" (877mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.9h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in Central City, South Dakota.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in February suggests the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in February?

During February, Central City experiences an average high-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and a low-temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 79%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Central City, during February, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Central City, in February, during 11.1 snowfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February?

In Central City, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Central City, SD

Average temperature in February - Central City, SD
  • Average high temperature in February: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.4°F).

Average pressure in February
Central City, SD

Average pressure in February - Central City, SD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Central City, SD

Average wind speed in February - Central City, SD
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.6mph).

Average humidity in February
Central City, SD

Average humidity in February - Central City, SD
  • Average humidity in February: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in February
Central City, SD

Average rainfall in February - Central City, SD
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in February
Central City, SD

Average rainfall days in February - Central City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Central City, SD

Average snowfall in February - Central City, SD
  • Average snowfall in February: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Central City, SD

Average snowfall days in February - Central City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Central City, SD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Central City, SD
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in February
Central City, SD

Average sunshine days in February - Central City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Central City, SD

Average UV index in February - Central City, SD
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Central City, SD

Average cloud cover in February - Central City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in February
Central City, SD

Average visibility in February - Central City, SD
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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